Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2466 - 2402: I Don’t Want to Mention Him Either
Previously on Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s...
Fortune smiled upon them, as the produce from the Space carried Spiritual Energy, making it ideal for Meng Chaojun's intake. Old Meng could rely on it to restore his vitality too.
Naturally, Old Meng felt overjoyed upon learning this.
After all, anything Chiang Xiao offered was bound to be top-notch.
Moreover, with Chiang Xiao now sharing items freely, it signaled a stronger bond between them, and her growing acceptance filled them with joy and ease.
"Do you think you can manage to take it? If not, I could have Meng Sheng come fetch it." Old Meng inquired promptly.
Since Chiang Xiao intended to visit alongside Meng Xinian the next day, handling it herself posed no issue.
"I can handle it easily, and besides, I've purchased a vehicle—I've got a car these days."
"Is that true?" Surprise lit up the faces of both Old Meng and Meng Chaojun.
For a young woman to own a car was no small feat.
Chiang Xiao confirmed, "Indeed, so things will be far easier moving forward."
"That's fantastic, simply fantastic."
Suddenly, Meng Chaojun recalled the earlier visitor and couldn't resist questioning, "Dad, who exactly was that fellow? He mentioned treating us to a meal at Fuxi Restaurant tomorrow to catch up, but I have no idea who he is."
Chiang Xiao turned her gaze toward Old Meng as well.
"Yes, I spotted someone departing earlier too—is he kin to the family?"
"He is... not exactly..."
A hint of unease crossed Old Meng's features.
"So, is he or isn't he?" Chiang Xiao arched a brow.
Wasn't it straightforward if he was family or not?
"That was Nian Che, Chaojun."
"What?"
Meng Chaojun's shock was palpable.
Nian Che?
Chiang Xiao inquired steadily, "Are you referring to the uncle that Nian Mutong once mentioned?"
"Correct, that's the one."
In disbelief, Meng Chaojun exclaimed, "But how has he ended up looking like this? In the old days, he was..."
"You all were unaware back then—he suffered an incident, caught in a blaze that scarred his face badly. Afterward, word reached him of overseas specialists who could treat burn marks, so he went to any lengths to travel abroad." Old Meng explained.
A shadow of irritation fell over Meng Chaojun's expression.
Realizing it had been Nian Che visiting moments ago left a bitter taste in his mind, like choking down a fly.
"So why on earth has he returned?"
"We'll discuss that another time." Old Meng appeared reluctant to delve deeper.
With a grim look, Meng Chaojun muttered, "I'd rather not dwell on him myself. The audacity of him suggesting dinner tomorrow to swap old stories!"
"That's enough—bygones are bygones, no point rehashing." Old Meng dismissed with a wave.
Just then, Meng Sheng arrived back home.
With Meng Sheng there to keep an eye on Meng Chaojun, Chiang Xiao proposed abruptly, "Grandpa, how about we stroll downstairs for some fresh air?"
"Alright, sounds good."
Old Meng sensed the room's heaviness too.
Descending the stairs, Chiang Xiao matched his leisurely pace, noticing Old Meng's evident distress, and ventured, "Grandpa, does Nian Che unsettle you somewhat?"
"Unsettle me? What makes you think so?" Old Meng blinked in surprise.
Chiang Xiao admitted openly, "Truth is, I caught part of your talk with him earlier."
Old Meng's eyes widened, and after a prolonged pause, he exhaled deeply.
"Little one, since we're kin and you're sharp and reliable, I'll level with you."
They ventured a bit more until they arrived at a pavilion. Old Meng gestured for her to settle, gazed afar, and sighed once more before murmuring, "Given what you overheard from our exchange, you must have pieced together the bulk of it already."
"Did Nian Che harbor feelings for Brother Xinian's mother in the past?" Chiang Xiao probed.
Old Meng's face betrayed a sense of confirmation.
"Indeed, I myself was in the dark at first— they were always on brother-sister terms, after all."